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One-Pan Chicken Thighs and Rice

Savory One-Pan Chicken Thighs and Rice for Busy Nights

A comforting One-Pan Chicken Thighs and Rice recipe that brings delicious garlic flavors to your table in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs substitute with boneless chicken breasts if desired
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika consider smoked paprika for added flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing the chicken
For the Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melt for best flavor
  • 1 medium Onion (Yellow or White) finely diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Fresh) minced
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley optional garnish

Equipment

  • deep skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  3. Lower heat, melt butter, add diced onion and sauté until soft, then add minced garlic.
  4. Toast the rice in the skillet for about 1 minute, stirring continuously.
  5. Add chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, then return chicken thighs to the skillet. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or spices of your choice!

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